How To Fix RESCBC055 - Cost account &1: account missing for costs that can be passed on

RESCBC055 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCBC - Errors During Posting of Settlement

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Cost account &1: account missing for costs that can be passed on

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESCBC055 - Cost account &1: account missing for costs that can be passed on ?

  The SAP error message RESCBC055 indicates that there is a missing cost account for costs that can be passed on in the context of a cost accounting or controlling process. This error typically arises in the context of internal orders, cost centers, or projects where costs need to be allocated or settled.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to process costs that should be allocated to a specific cost account, but the required account is not defined in the configuration. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The cost account for the specific cost element is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the cost element or the cost account may be incorrectly configured.
  Cost Element Type: The cost element may not be set up correctly to allow for the passing on of costs.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the cost center, internal order, or project may